With a wide range of habitats, California is wonderful for getting outside and discovering nature. There's so much to see and do-even in your backyard or at a nearby park. This workbook puts students in control of their own learninq. Creative activities and simple projects engage younq learners, providing a perfect introduction to hypothesizing, experimenting, and observing the world around them. Inside You'll Find, Fun chapters on astronomy, birds, geology, and morel, 30 hands-on science projects, Interactive activities that foster an appreciation of nature, Expert information from naturalist George Oxford Miller, Get the Backyard Science & Discovery Workbook, and get started on a lifetime of discovery! Book jacket.